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PCLinuxOS Gnome edition: An excellent alternative to Ubuntu
by Ian Dumych Apr 16th 2008 at 8:00AM
We're generally big fans of Ubuntu, but it's not the only Linux distribution on the block. After spending a little too much time trying to complete a simple operation in Ubuntu the other day, we decided to take another popular Linux distro for a spin. PCLinuxOS has been called "The distro hopper stopper", and we can see why. System configuration tasks are handled by a rebranded version of the venerable HardDrake suite. All of our hardware was detected without user intervention, and we were on the local wifi in no time. Codecs are included out of the box as well, saving a lot of potential headaches. libdvdcss is included in the default repository, and we installed it with a click.
Something else that is worth mentioning is the package manager. PCLinuxOS is based on the RPM standard due to its Mandriva pedigree, but it uses the Synaptic Package Manager that Ubuntu and Debian users have come to enjoy. We found all package operations to be prompt and efficient, just as good as a DEB based system.
No review should be based on the first few hours, so expect a full report in a few days. Until then, feel free to try it out for yourself if you are impatient.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Anrich said 8:20AM on 4-16-2008
can this be dual booted like ubuntu with wubi?
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Brian said 8:34AM on 4-16-2008
wubi is ubuntu only. So No to your question.
Bufsabre said 1:53PM on 4-16-2008
install whatever os's you want and get a copy of supergrub disk and you can dual tri quad etc boot your heart out
godsdog said 7:27PM on 4-16-2008
7:32 eastern updating iso comeback soon
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syst3merror said 11:04PM on 4-16-2008
you spelled Excellent wrong downloadsquad!
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